Hunter

At a Glance: Name: Hunter – Meaning: one who hunts – Origin: English (occupational surname) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: HUN-ter

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Hunter is a boy's name with English roots, coming from the occupational surname for someone who hunts — so the meaning is as straightforward as the word itself. It's pronounced HUN-ter, and it carries a bold, trailblazing edge while still feeling like a vintage pick with real staying power.

Meaning & Origin of Hunter

Meaning: One who hunts.

Origin: English (occupational surname).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Hunter

Phonetic: HUN-ter   IPA: /ˈhʌntər/

Popularity of Hunter

Hunter peaked at #35 in 2000, when 12,538 babies got the name, and has since settled to #128 in 2024 with 2,831 babies — still a familiar name, just less common than it was a generation ago.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Hunter mean?

One who hunts. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Hunter)

How do you pronounce Hunter?

Hunter is pronounced HUN-ter (IPA: /ˈhʌntər/).

Is Hunter a popular name right now?

Hunter peaked at #35 in 2000 and is ranked #128 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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